Senior Program Manager

ASRC Federal; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 292,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an established industry player as a Senior Program Manager, where you'll lead critical government contracts in security cooperation. This role demands strong leadership and program management skills, ensuring compliance and operational excellence. You'll engage with senior-level stakeholders and oversee project execution, making a significant impact in defense and public health missions. If you're ready to take on a dynamic role that shapes the future of security assistance, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Health care

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Education assistance

Paid time off

Holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum of six years of relevant experience in security assistance.
• Demonstrated ability to lead large-scale government programs.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all program-related activities.
• Oversee daily operations and ensure contract performance meets expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-Solving

Security Assistance

Program Management

Education

Bachelor's degree

10 years of applied security assistance experience

Tools

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Job description

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ASRC Federal is a leading government contractor furthering missions in space, public health and defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our shareholders. Join our team and discover why we are a top veteran employer and Certified Great Place to Work

Job Overview

ASRC Federal is seeking a highly qualified Senior Program Manager to lead and oversee the successful execution of a government contract supporting DASA DE&C’s security cooperation activities. The selected candidate will be responsible for the overall performance of the work, ensuring seamless daily operations and acting as the primary authority on all program-related matters. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in security assistance and/or armaments cooperation, demonstrating strong leadership and program management expertise. This position is contingent upon final contract award.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact and decision-maker for all program-related activities.
• Ensure contract performance meets or exceeds client expectations and compliance requirements.
• Oversee and manage daily operations of the contract, including coordination with government stakeholders.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimize project execution and resource allocation.
• Maintain full authority to act on behalf of ASRC Federal on all matters concerning program operations.
• Lead teams in a dynamic environment, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in program delivery.
• Monitor program budgets, schedules, and deliverables to maintain compliance and operational excellence.
• Prepare reports and briefings for senior leadership and government officials.
• Provide personnel, supervision, and project management expertise to support DASA DE&C’s security cooperation activities.
• Support policy preparation, strategic planning, database maintenance, and outreach activities related to Army security cooperation and assistance programs.
• Coordinate and execute opportunities for international cooperative research, development, and acquisition (ICRDA) programs.
  
  

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution is required. However, this requirement may be waived if the candidate possesses at least ten (10) years of applied security assistance experience while serving as a uniformed member of the armed forces or as a U.S. government employee.
• Experience: Minimum of six (6) years of relevant experience in security assistance and/or armaments cooperation.
• Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead large-scale government programs, manage teams, and interface with senior-level stakeholders.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively engage with government and industry partners.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to identify challenges and develop strategic solutions to ensure program success.
• Clearance: Secret required.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Prior experience managing government contracts within the defense sector.
• Familiarity with U.S. foreign military sales (FMS) and security cooperation processes.
• Experience in Army and DoD Security Assistance programs and International Armaments Cooperation programs.
  
  

We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law.

EEO Statement

ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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